Chiffon Tunic Dress

Chiffon Tunic Dress

A women's sleeveless tunic dress in a straight, loose shape, about mid-thigh length. The front and back are each cut in one piece on the fold, the front has bust darts, and the dress is fully lined, with the lining finishing the round neckline and the armholes.

When To Wear

• In summer, on its own as a short dress or over slim trousers or leggings as a tunic.
• For daytime outings and holidays in warm weather.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: Straight and loose, widening slightly towards the hem.

Length: About mid-thigh.

Neckline: Round, faced with the lining.

Sleeves: Sleeveless; the shoulder line runs slightly past the shoulder point, and the armholes are finished with the lining.

Front: One piece cut on the fold, with bust darts pressed upwards. No closure: the dress goes on over the head.

Back: One piece cut on the fold, with no centre back seam.

Finishing: Shoulder and side seams serged and pressed towards the back; hems of dress and lining serged, turned up and topstitched separately.

Lining: Full lining, cut from the same front and back shapes, joined to the dress at the neckline and armholes.

Level Of Difficulty

Beginner. Four pieces and bust darts; the only careful step is bagging out the neckline and the armholes with lining in fine chiffon.

Fabric Recommendations

Thin chiffon made from natural or blended fibres.

Additional Supplies

• Lining fabric